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"BROWNSVILLE KING 🤴🏾❤️ OF LOVE" 326 Rockaway Ave Brownsville Brooklyn, NYPhoto Credit: 📸 Gary Judkins @garypivotMural in Partnership with @artbridgeArtist: @marka_27Assistants: @donrimx @jeffhenriquezart"Brownsville King of Love" Marka27's latest mural dedicated to the Brownsville, Brooklyn, NY community in partnership with Artbridge.The mural is a larger-than-life image of a local Brooklyn youth wearing a golden crown and holding up a custom jean jacket with the message "Spread Love" and several patches and pins representing Brownsville's diverse culture and notable hip-hop legacy. @duckdownmusic @seandabarbarian @famem.o.p A pair of boxing gloves hanging from the youth's neck with Brownsville written on them symbolizes the strength and resilience of Brownsville and its legacy of champion boxers like Mike Tyson, Shannon Briggs, and Riddick Bowe, to name a few."Brownsville King of Love" is a call to spread love and honor our ancestors by celebrating our cultures, and lifting each other as a community.Together we shine! #marka27 #brownsvillebrooklyn #streetart #streetartandgraffiti #spreadlove #brooklyn #mural #artbridge #streettheory #streettheorygallery #duckdown #streetarteverywhere by @artbridge

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It’s Here!! It’s Here!! It’s Finally Here!!.. and let us tell you, it was worth the wait 🕰️🐢⁠⁠“Tree Turtles: Forest Stewards” by Singha Hon has crawled its way onto the facade of the Rutgers Community Center. Inspired by environmental consciousness, the mural depicts the life cycle of a tree, along with the mythology of Turtle Island to show the passage of time and patience of care.⁠⁠A young turtle named Sprout climbs over a fallen log where they find an acorn. They plant the acorn on their shell and care for it as it grows into a young tree. Sprout, and a much older turtle, whose shell carries a whole world of homes and forests, meet at an abundant strawberry plant. ⁠⁠This mural was placed at Rutgers Community Center to reflect the various cultures and ages of the community. Elders and youth who speak English, Spanish, and Chinese all gather here to engage in programs that support connection and growth. Just like the acorn growing on Sprout’s back, the community at Rutgers are the seeds that make this neighborhood thrive. ⁠⁠Singha was inspired to show an interconnection of home and nature in this mural. She seeks to highlight the active roles humans play as stewards, gardeners, foresters, and protectors, and how ultimately our homes and communities are interconnected with the environment.⁠⁠Many hands brought Singha's design to life at the Rutgers Community Center. During community paint days hosted by Singha and Artist Assistant Gigi Lin, painters of all ages left colorful brushstrokes on the wall: from youth in Rutgers' afternoon programs and neighborhood elders, to students wrapping up their semesters and local friends, the mural is a true celebration of community and collective creation. ⁠⁠Congratulations to everyone involved in bringing this mural to life and thank you @gssrutgers for all of your support!⁠⁠See the comments for Singha’s bio!⁠⁠🎨Artist: @singha.hon ⁠🎨Artist Assistant: @ggllin.canvaz⁠📍Location: 200 Madison Street, New York, NY ⁠📸Photos: @mollie_serena by @artbridge

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“Nuestras Historias Mercen Ser Contadas” / “Our Stories Are Worth Being Told”These words call out from a billboard on Grand Street between Catherine & Olive in front of a tire shop in East Williamsburg. They adorn an artwork designed by Tamar Ettun @tamarettun in collaboration with @calipsopress and participants in “Speaking Body” - a multi-language, community art and mutual aid project honoring immigrant mothers. The project continues the cultural work ArtBridge has offered immigrants and neighbors in Brooklyn’s District 34 since 2023. The mothers joined Ettun in somatic workshops that incorporated breathing, movement, ceramic bead making, and fabric dyeing. Engaging in the creative process as a vehicle for conversation and connection, these women shared stories of their journeys, their faith and spirituality, and reflections on home and family.In collaboration with and at the direction of the mothers, Ettun transformed the creative results of these workshops into mixed-media artworks which adorn six bus shelters, one billboard, and numerous LinkNYC kiosks across Brooklyn District 34. Placed in public spaces of commuting, commerce, and information gathering, the artworks draw eyes through color and collage, encouraging a second look and a close read of the insistence on shared humanity by these immigrant mothers, who ask to be seen and heard.In a time when the lives and livelihoods of immigrants are under threat locally and nationally, the mothers share their own stories anonymously. Like the collage of words and images, Ettun’s artwork builds in tandem with the relationships that continue to grow from a multi-year mutual aid and support network around children and parents living in neighborhood shelters.This project was produced by ArtBridge and made possible by the Office of Councilmember Jennifer Gutiérrez @cmjengutierrez. Bushwick Ceramics @bushwickceramics donated their space, clay, kiln and genuine support. Many people helped bring this project to life. For more information about our collaborators, visit the link in our bio. “Speaking Body” is on view through July 31st. Check the link in bio to locate each artwork. 📷@wcblaylock by @artbridge

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Since 2021, ArtBridge has proudly supported PAINT, a public art initiative in Mitchells Plain, South Africa, developed by artist, community organizer, resident, and public official Michael Bell. Through murals and creative placemaking, PAINT transforms public spaces into safer, more vibrant, and more dignified spaces. ⁠⁠Recently, Michael and his work with PAINT was featured on 🎥 "Good Hood Stories, Season 4: Placemaking for Safer Communities." The episode offers a closer look at the PAINT vision and shows the impact that community-led public art is making in Mitchell’s Plain. ⁠⁠📺 See more about Michael's story and PAINT, at the link in our bio.⁠ 🔗⁠A special thank you to ArtBridge founder @rodneydurso for supporting this initiative.⁠⁠@mitchellsplainonlinedotcom @CALM @MIAF⁠⁠#publicart #capetown #communityart #publicartcapetown #artbridge⁠ by @artbridge

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“Speaking Body” is live on Bus Shelters, LinkNYC, and a Billboard in Brooklyn District 34 - and we couldn’t be prouder.⁠⁠“Speaking Body” is a multi-language, community art and mutual aid project honoring immigrant mothers. It was developed with interdisciplinary artist Tamar Ettun (@tamarettun) in collaboration with residents of the city’s shelter system. “Speaking Body” continues the cultural work ArtBridge has offered immigrants and neighbors in Brooklyn’s District 34 since 2023 — “Speaking Body” amplifies the voices of one of our city’s most vulnerable populations.⁠⁠The mothers joined Ettun in somatic workshops that incorporated breathing, movement, ceramic bead making, and fabric dyeing. Engaging in the creative process as a vehicle for conversation and connection, these women shared stories of their journeys, their faith and spirituality, and⁠ reflections on home and family.⁠⁠In collaboration with and at the direction of the mothers, Ettun transformed the creative results of these workshops into mixed-media artworks which adorn six bus shelters, one billboard, and numerous LinkNYC kiosks across Brooklyn District 34. ⁠⁠Here, we are highlighting the 6 bus shelters which can be located on the interactive map on our website (follow the link in our bio). The shelters include anonymous quotes from the mothers with themes relating to the wellbeing of their children and the reasons behind their migration. In a time when the lives and livelihoods of immigrants are under threat locally and nationally, we are compelled to share and support the voices of our friends and community.⁠⁠This project was produced by ArtBridge and made possible by the Office of Councilmember Jennifer Gutiérrez (@jengutierreznyc). Bushwick Ceramics (@bushwickceramics) donated their space, clay, kiln and genuine support. ⁠⁠Many people have helped bring this project to life. Sincere thank yous to everyone who volunteered and engaged in conversation. Thank you to @ameliagoldenstudio for the studio based photography and design. For more information about our additional collaborators, please visit the link in our bio. ⁠⁠“Speaking Body” is on view through July 31st.📸 @wcblaylock by @artbridge

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After two years of preparations—design, construction, and relationship building with Harlem River Houses residents—we are humbled to share, “Fountain Keepers” by sculptor Kim Dacres. ⁠⁠“Fountain Keepers” is a series of four bronze busts honoring generations of maternal figures at Harlem River. The placement of the artwork and the selection of the two sets of matching sculptures—Ariel and Marcie Marie—came together through conversations, walkthroughs, and a voting process with residents. Inspired by traditional and modern Black hairstyles, these busts reflect the wisdom, pride, and cultural legacy of Harlem's women. ⁠⁠Originally opened in 1937 as one of the first federally funded public housing developments, Harlem River was designed as a model for affordable housing and featured significant art as part of the New Deal’s Federal Art Project. John Louis Wilson Jr., the first-ever Black graduate of Columbia University’s architecture program led the design. The plaza in the western section of the development featured a fountain basin with sculptures placed around its ledge. In the years since opening, these sculptures were lost. ⁠⁠Kim’s “Fountain Keepers” are set back from the fountain basin to create a safe space for the youth to play. They are mounted on Belgian block plinths to extend the design language of the landscape and demarcate the cardinal directions around the refurbished fountain. Developing new sculptures for the fountain that honor residents and address the needs and concerns of the community took deep listening, thoughtful consideration, and an openness to creating something different than what came before. These are attributes that ArtBridge, Kim, and the community aligned on. Kim’s vision of “Fountain Keepers” hit the mark both aesthetically and practically. Seeing “Fountain Keepers” in place, it looks as if it has always been present at Harlem River. ⁠⁠Kim Dacres is a Jamaican American visual artist based between Harlem and the Bronx. She is known for using recycled tires and rubber to create singular figurative forms that challenge and explore identity across race, gender, and migration. This marks Dacres’ first permanent bronze work. by @artbridge

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We are excited to share one of our newest murals specifically designed for the youngest among us! “Rainbow Rainforest,” by Plushie (@plushiesworkshop) is located inside a classroom for littles, at Rutgers Community Center 🌈🌴🦥in the Lower East Side. During this year’s spring break, Plushie led workshops at the center for youth from multiple NYCHA campuses. Together, they developed “Rainbow Rainforest.” Playful creatures — like a sloth, turtle, and toucan – are painted in vibrant colors and reflect participant imaginations as well as Plushie's personal style. The animals' smiles, hearts, and expressive eyes portray emotion and curiosity toward one another, signifying the community's embrace of their collective diversity.Over the course of the workshops, students collaged their idea of a Rainbow Rainforest, crafted puppets to interact with it, painted the mural alongside Plushie, and wove leaf garlands to add a three-dimensional quality to the work. The mural resides in the afterschool classroom of the youngest students, many of whom helped in the creation of the art. Plushie is a queer Latine multimedia artist specializing in muralism, illustration, and education. Her work is a form of celebratory storytelling—amplifying stories of love, culture, identity, and resilience. From a young age, she was drawn to understanding the world through an artistic lens, finding security in the freedom of expression that art offered her. The influence of anime, children's books, and comics is evident in her work's vibrant, communicative style.This work was made in collaboration with the Public Housing Community Fund (@communityfundnyc). Special thank you to all of the students, coordinators and the Rutgers Community Center for making this project possible! 📍 200 Madison St 🎨 Artist: @plushiesworkshop#ArtBridge #PublicArt #LowerEastSide #NYCHAGRAM #NYCArtists by @artbridge

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As construction continues on the west side of our campus, stop by Amsterdam Avenue and 62nd Street to see “The Future We Create,” a community-inspired mural surrounding the site! 🎨✨ Here's a behind-the-scenes look at its creation, featuring lead artist @vanesaalvarez and assistant artist @dervalart.Developed in collaboration with @artbridge, this project was inspired by dozens of local community members. Through artistic workshops and conversations, local residents, students, and NYCHA neighbors helped shape the mural's imagery, reflecting the heart of our city.Learn more about the @snforg Lincoln Center West Initiative at the link in our bio! by @artbridge

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Great to see one of our newest murals, “Surf’s Up,” featured in “The New York Times,” highlighting what’s possible when construction sites become canvases for public art. Wrapping the site of three new buildings along Surf Avenue in Coney Island, the mural, led by artist Vince Ballentine (@vballentine99), was developed through engagement with local residents. He hosted workshops at P.S. 288 in Coney Island, drawing inspiration from students and families. From mermaids to ballplayers, the imagery comes out of those conversations, reflecting the stories, symbols, and character of Coney Island as defined by the community. We appreciate James Barron for recognizing this work and highlighting the growing momentum behind reimagining how construction shows up in the city.Article linked in bio!This project was made in collaboration with BFC Partners. ...#PublicArt #NewYorkTime #ArtBridge #ConeyIsland by @artbridge

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We are honored to present “The Future We Create,” a new 600 foot long installation that works synergistically with Lincoln Center’s West Initiative to rectify some of the many wrongs wrought by Robert Moses.This ArtBridge-produced project was led by artist Vanesa Álvarez, and assisted by Derval Fairweather, in partnership with Lincoln Center and its surrounding NYCHA communities at Amsterdam Houses, Amsterdam Addition, and Harborview Terrace. The artwork captures the legacy of the San Juan Hill neighborhood from past to present — drawing inspiration from historical figures, contemporary artists, and community members. The figures presented in the mural wear garments adorned with patterns designed during inter-generational community workshops. The patterns evoke the beliefs, cultures, and histories of the neighborhood. Together, these elements form a collective portrait of where the community has been, and a shared imagining of where it is going.70 years ago, through eminent domain, Moses led the destruction of the San Juan Hill neighborhood that resulted in Lincoln Center. Adding insult to injury, Lincoln Center's design included a fortress-like wall along its west perimeter, intended to keep out the remaining residents of San Juan Hill.This mural is part of the construction process of Lincoln Center's West Initiative, which — at long last — tears down this wall, replacing the current south side of Lincoln Center with an open park, community spaces, and an expansion of free artistic and civic service programs. We are honored to be a small part of this moment in undoing Moses' legacy.📍 Location: Amsterdam Avenue and 62nd Street 🎨 Artist: Lead @vanesaalvarez and assistant @dervalart 📸 Photos: Photos by Lawrence Sumulong, © Lincoln Center @layer_nyc ...#ArtBridge #CommunityArt #NYCArtist #PublicArt #LincolnCenter by @artbridge

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Introducing “Electrifying the Bronx,” our newest 135 ft mural at a Bronx school bus depot – 1101 Zerega Avenue – created by local artist Daniel Bonilla, known as ARTMANDAN (@artmandan) in collaboration with New York League of Conservation Voters (@nylcv).ARTMANDAN wanted to capture the voices of students who take the bus, so he engaged with residents of NYCHA’s Castle Hill Houses. Through a series of workshops hosted at the Sonia Sotomayor Community Center, the mural's design was shaped with the vision of local stakeholders. “Electrifying the Bronx” celebrates clean, electric school buses and the vibrant communities they serve. It's a powerful reminder of how electric technologies support cleaner air, reduced pollution, and healthier neighborhoods for families. The mural is part of the project, "Electrifying School Buses in the Bronx and Beyond," developed by New York City School Bus Umbrella Services and supported by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority as part of the Clean Transportation Prizes program.ARTMANDAN is a full-time artist born and raised in New York City, specializing in large-scale murals. He’s known for the bright, inviting colors that define his style. His work spans the 191 St Tunnel to the Uptown Grand Mural project in Harlem. In 2020, Bonilla won an award for his contributions to the Dyckman Collective, an initiative that creates artworks on themes of Latino identity, the Black Lives Matter Movement, and Dyckman and Washington Heights.We're grateful to have partnered with New York League of Conservation Voters (@nylcv), New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (@nyserda) and New York City School Bus Umbrella Services (@nycsbus) to bring this mural to the Bronx! Shout out to the staff at the Bronx Bus Depot for their kindness and the many cups of coffee shared with ARTMANDAN. And a heartfelt thank you to @cmamandafarias for supporting this project, and being a hands-on presence in the community.📍 1101 Zerega Avenue, The Bronx🎨 Artist: @artmandan / assistant artist @blazay.ny and R.J.K.#ArtBridge #PublicArt #BronxMural #NYCArtists #CommunityArt by @artbridge

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I’m so excited to share my new mural for the courtyard of the stunning new building @thevillagewestnyc on 14th and 6th. A huge thank you to @artbridge for making this project possible. It is always such a pleasure to work with their incredible team and be a part of their vision for public art in NYC. Thank you to the genius creatives at @ifstudiony for coming up with this “pressed flower” concept, which inspired me to create the translucent effects in the petals. It was such a fun mural to paint, even with the little challenge of climbing 3-story scaffolding and some cold days! Thank you to @daisyfreedmanart for her assistance and support 🌸🌸🌸 by @artbridge

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